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September 3, 2026
Bovington: Job vacancies and apprentice positions at Bovington Nursery
Exciting opportunities have arisen for you to come and join our setting. We are a large nursery with around 130 children on register and a team of anything up to 35 staff. We are a huge building with 5 separate rooms, all have their own outside play area. We are extremely passionate about the children’s well-being and follow the Incredible Beginnings framework. We have an amazing reputation within the local area and are well known for building good relationships with our families. As a staff member you will receive an excellent rate of pay, 50% staff discount for childcare fees at the setting. Training opportunities are always there for you to develop your knowledge in anyway. Regular nursery and room meetings are held where we work together as a team to build on our practice
Room leader
Early Years qualification of Level 3 or above is required, along with first aid, safeguarding, food hygiene and a knowledge of the Incredible Beginnings an advantage. Previous supervisory experience is essential with working knowledge of 1-2 year olds. The contract is for 40 hours a week all year round. You will be responsible for 30+ children and a team of around 10 staff. This is a vital role within our setting and the right person will be able to use all their knowledge and experience to build on the already solid foundation set.
Nursery Practitioner
Early Years qualification of Level 2 or above is required, first aid, safeguarding and food hygiene an advantage. The contract is term time only, with 15 hours a week and the opportunity for extra hours.
Nursery Apprentice
We have the availability to take on two more apprentices. The role will give you a good start with your childcare career.
Email office@bovingtonnursery.co.uk for an application form for any vacancy.
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Bovington: Growing together baby group (under 1s) sessions Sep & Oct
For details of other under 1 baby groups in local area see below.
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Bovington: Tank museum 'quiet morning' session - Sat 19th Sep
Join us for a quiet morning aimed at anyone who would appreciate a calmer visit to The Tank Museum. From 09:30-11:00 all sounds, and interactives will be turned off to reduce sensory input.
This session is primarily for, but not limited to, families of children with autism; young people and adults with autism; children with social, emotional, or mental health needs; adults living with dementia and any other visitors with sensory needs or who may prefer a more relaxed experience.
At 1100 sounds will be switched back on, but visitors are welcome to remain in the Museum for as long as they like.
Sensory backpacks can be borrowed from main admissions free of charge. Backpacks include ear defenders, magnifying glass, book, squeezy toy, torch, periscope, and Commander Basil bear.
Future date for quiet morning - Sat 5th Dec
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Bovington: Citizens Advice sessions at Bovington HIVE every Thursday - Free advice & support
Available to all Garrison personnel, spouses, partners, reserves, veterans, civil servants, MOD contractors and local civilian community. Confidentiality guaranteed.
Appointments are not necessary, just turn up. First come, first serve basis.
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Applications now Closed! Free Parkdean Resort Family Breaks 2026 – open to Regular Army personnel and their families
Due to the significant number of applications already received, expressions of interest for the Parkdean Resort 2026 are now closed.
• Open to all Regular Army personnel
• No eligibility criteria or welfare requirement
• 3-bedroom accommodation (up to 6 people)
• Completely free of charge
• 30% discount voucher for on-site food and beverages
• Selected resorts permit up to two dogs
Army personnel can register their interest via the QR code in the image or this MS Forms: Parkdean Resort Breaks 2026 Fully Funded Family Breaks for Regular Army Personnel – Fill in form
Any questions, please contact any HIVE, or HIVE HQ on RC-Pers-HIVEComms-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk
The Ripple Pond: Free Thinking Family Autumn E Magazine
The latest Thinking Family Autumn Magazine is packed with practical ideas to help families through the autumn term, with suggestions for different ages and stages.
Inside you'll find:
- Back-to-school ideas to help make the transition a little easier
- 101 questions to ask instead of “How are you?” to encourage more natural conversations
- Board game recommendations for different ages, providing simple ways to spend time together
- What to do when school feels hard, with ideas for supporting children when school feels overwhelming
- Age-differentiated ideas for younger children through to teenagers
- Simple ways to connect as a family and create opportunities for conversation and wellbeing
To read the magazine online, please go to: Autumn Edition of Emagazine, Thinking Family
Forces Cars Direct: September offers
Save £18,253 off the new Toyota bZ4X and £7,514 off the Chery Tiggo 7, plus savings across a wide range of makes and models.
To find out more please go to: https://www.forcescarsdirect.com/
MOD ‘UK Nursery Authority’ childcare support: How to register and claim
If you would get 'free' (Government funded) childcare hours if based in England, Defence’s UK Nursery Authority (UKNA) childcare scheme will now help cover the difference in cost where you live.
It’s important to understand that UKNA does not give you a childcare space. It pays back money to eligible families who have already paid for early years childcare.
Who is eligible for UKNA
You may register for UKNA, if all the following apply:
- You are a Regular or Full-Time Reserve (Full Commitment) member of the Service
- Your family lives in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland
- Both parents (or the sole parent in a single-parent family) earn at least the same as 16 hours a week at the UK National Minimum or Living Wage
- Neither parent (or the sole parent) earns more than £100,000 adjusted net income a year
- Your child is recorded and verified on JPA
- Your child is aged 9 months to 3 years old, in Scotland and Wales
- Your child is aged 9 months to 4 years old, in Northern Ireland
- You have an active Tax-Free Childcare (TFC) account for your child: ‘active’ means you confirm your details every three months and get the top-up from HMRC when you add money
- Your childcare provider accepts TFC payments – all UKNA claims must first be paid through your child's TFC account
- Your child lives with you at least half the time, unless you're separated for Service reasons
How to register and claim
Bovington: Garrison jobs
Search for full & part time vacancies at Bovington, Lulworth & Blandford Camp, HERE
(Use the search filters to refine location, contract, job type etc). Please note where it states Wareham this may indicate Bovington Camp.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
- Customer/food service assistants
- Cleaners
- Supervisors
- Department managers
- Facilities operatives
- Chefs/catering roles
- Mess (Accommodation) Stewards
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